Minnesota Vikings eye quarterback options amid uncertainty
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 3:45 PM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
The Minnesota Vikings are exploring quarterback options as they prepare for potential changes entering 2027. Currently, Kyler Murray is competing for the QB1 job, while veterans Carson Wentz and Max Brosmer are also in the mix. Jalen Milroe of the Seattle Seahawks has emerged as a player to watch for the future, though he is not expected to challenge for the starting role this season. With the current instability at quarterback, a future trade for Milroe could be possible as the Vikings evaluate their long-term plans. This situation is complicated by the potential for a coaching change if performance does not improve.
- •Kyler Murray competes for Vikings' QB1 role
- •Carson Wentz serves as experienced backup
- •Max Brosmer is developing slowly on practice squad
- •Jalen Milroe might be a future trade target
- •Coaching changes may occur if quarterback situation fails
- 3:45 PMYahoo Sports — The Passer to Poach if Things Go Sideways for the Vikings at Quarterback
"If, in the end, things go sideways at quarterback, then the Vikings will need to hit reset going into 2027. […]
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